With North Lanarkshire Partnership, we have launched a new community safety strategy to make the area a safer place to live, work, and visit.
The plan, which runs from 2025 to 2030, focuses on reducing crime, tackling antisocial behaviour, improving road safety, and addressing the impact of drugs and alcohol in communities.
Partners include council staff working with colleagues from Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, NHS Lanarkshire, and local organisations and local people who all helped to shape the new strategy.
A key focus in preventing problems before they happen and making sure public services are working together to protect residents.
Councillor Geraldine Woods, Chair of North Lanarkshire’s Community Safety Partnership Forum, said the strategy is about taking real action. “Everyone deserves to feel safe in their home and in their community. This plan tackles antisocial behaviour, serious crime and disorder, Home and fire safety, road safety, and will help protect vulnerable people. It’s about working together to create a safer North Lanarkshire for all.”
The plan includes upgrading CCTV and investing in deployable cameras and roll out of the new noise reporting app to help deal with antisocial behaviour.
Dangerous driving will continue to be tackled with 20mph zones, safety campaigns and work with partners to address poor driver behaviour.
Support will continue to be made available for victims of domestic abuse and gender-based violence.
Drugs and alcohol remain an issue in North Lanarkshire and a range of support services will be available to help those struggling with addiction, with wider training and distribution of naloxone kits, which can prevent drug deaths.
Chief Superintendent Stevie Dolan, Chair, North Lanarkshire Partnership, Strategic Leadership Board, added: “As Chair, I am proud to present the North Lanarkshire Community Safety Strategy, a collective vision for creating a safer, stronger, and more resilient community for all.
“Community safety is a fundamental cornerstone of wellbeing and quality of life. It affects how we live, work, and thrive in our neighbourhoods, shaping the future for individuals, families, and businesses alike.
“We recognise that the challenges facing our communities are complex and interconnected. This strategy outlines our shared priorities and the practical actions we will take to ensure that everyone feels safe and supported.”
The strategy also focuses on fire and home safety, with plans continue to carry out home fire safety visits and raise awareness of risks for vulnerable residents.
Councillor Woods added: “We’ve listened to communities, and their feedback has helped shape this plan. By working together, we can reduce crime, support those in need, and make North Lanarkshire a safer, stronger place to live in.
“We will monitor progress over the next five years and report on key improvements.
“With crime and safety a top priority, the new strategy is a step towards better protection and stronger communities.”